By Danny Jones

Tuesday, June 29, 2004

Singing News has learned that Max Epperson, founder of the Singing Echoes and father of the group's Gary and Lynn Epperson, passed away earlier today. He was 71 years old. Mr. Epperson had been suffering from complications of Alzheimer's Disease for the past several years. While complete funeral arrangements have not been finalized, it is known that the funeral will take place at the Washington Avenue Baptist Church in Cleveland, TN, Thursday. Jim Rush Funeral Home (North Chapel) in Cleveland is in charge of the arrangements. The Epperson family appreciates your prayers.